A Rising Star in the 2025 Class
Akeem Jones Jr., a 6‑foot‑2, 205‑pound sophomore edge rusher from Bridgeton, New Jersey, has drawn attention after a breakout season that saw him tally 49 tackles, 10 tackles for loss, two sacks and a forced fumble.
The Washington Huskies joined the fray, extending a scholarship offer that places the program among a select group of Power Four schools courting the young prospect.
Washington's Expanding New Jersey Footprint
Coach Jedd Fisch and the Huskies have been actively recruiting the Garden State, having already doled out offers to at least ten prospects in the 2028 class and twelve in the 2027 cohort, a push that has positioned Washington sixth nationally in terms of offers to New Jersey athletes.
Jones's blend of instinct and versatility allows him to line up on either side of the defensive front, a trait that Washington values as it seeks to bolster depth on the edge.
Beyond the defensive line, he made his presence felt on special teams in 2025, showcasing the kind of impact the program hopes to translate into on‑field production.
Looking Ahead
Jones has taken unofficial visits to Penn State and Rutgers and attended a game at Maryland, and he is expected to schedule a campus visit this fall or after the season, a step that could further solidify his recruitment timeline.
While still unranked by major recruiting services such as 247Sports and On3, the influx of offers underscores the belief among coaches that his best football lies ahead.